Regular Council
Monday, July 25, 2022
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Place:
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Council Chambers
Richmond City Hall
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Present:
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Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie
Councillor Chak Au
Councillor Carol Day
Councillor Andy Hobbs
Councillor Alexa Loo
Councillor Bill McNulty
Councillor Linda McPhail (by teleconference)
Councillor Harold Steves (by teleconference)
Councillor Michael Wolfe
Corporate Officer – Claudia Jesson
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Call to Order:
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Mayor Brodie called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
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R22/14-1
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1.
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It was moved and seconded
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That:
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the minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on July 11, 2022, be adopted as circulated;
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the minutes of the Regular Council meeting for Public Hearings held on July 18, 2022, be adopted as circulated.
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CARRIED
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AGENDA ADDITIONS & DELETIONS
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R22/14-2
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It was moved and seconded
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That “Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw 9169” be added to the agenda for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Reading.
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The word “not” be added to Agenda Item #9 Resolution #3 to read “That the letter emphasize the proposed changes the City of Richmond supports and states the importance of not dividing within and between cities.”
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CARRIED
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Jordan Oye, Chair, Richmond Public Library Board and Susan Walters, Chief Librarian, with the aid of a PowerPoint presentation (Copy on File, City Clerk’s Office), presented the Library’s 2021 Annual Report, and highlighted the following:
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the library welcomed over 440,000 visitors last year;
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the virtual library was a key resource for the community with 2.7 million visits;
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library fines were eliminated, providing equitable access to the community;
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over 36000 items were added to the library collection;
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employment programming was provided, connecting local hiring companies with over 550 people seeking job opportunities;
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in honour of National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, local Indigenous authors and artists were featured; and
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programs aimed at promoting and celebrating diversity in Richmond were offered during Black History month and Pride week.
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In response to queries from Council staff advised that (i) there have been no concerns in regards to people returning library books, (ii) the revenue lost from fine collection has been absorbed into the operating budget, and (iii) staff work with communities to meet their needs when requests are made for books in different languages.
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R22/14-3
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It was moved and seconded
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That Council resolve into Committee of the Whole to hear delegations on agenda items (7:21 p.m.).
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CARRIED
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Delegations from the floor on Agenda items – None.
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R22/14-4
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It was moved and seconded
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That Committee rise and report (7:22 p.m.).
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CARRIED
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R22/14-5
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5.
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It was moved and seconded
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That Items No. 6 through No. 14 be adopted by general consent.
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CARRIED
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TECHNICAL AND ECONOMIC CONSIDERATIONS FOR ROOFTOP SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS FOR NEW BUILDINGS
(File Ref. No. 10-6125-07-02) (REDMS No. 6915777, 6922768)
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That as described in the report titled “Technical and Economic Considerations for Rooftop Solar Energy Systems for New Buildings” dated June 30, 2022, from the Director, Sustainability and District Energy, staff proceed with engaging local builders and developers as part of identifying regulatory and incentive pathways to advance building electrification and on-site low carbon energy systems, including rooftop solar PV systems, and report back.
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT
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Council Strategic Plan 2018-2022 Term Highlights
(File Ref. No. 01-0005-01) (REDMS No. 6908395, 6942020)
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That the report titled, “Council Strategic Plan 2018-2022 Term Highlights” dated June 7,2022, from the Director, Intergovernmental Relations and Corporate and Strategic Planning, be received for information; and
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That the attached reports titled, “Council Strategic Plan 2018-2022: Achievement Highlights” (Attachment 1) and “Council Strategic Plan 2018-2022: Achievement Highlights Overview” (Attachment 2) be made available for download on the City of Richmond website.
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT
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Proposed New Federal Electoral District Boundaries – Richmond
(File Ref. No. 01-0140-20-EBOU1) (REDMS No. 6905974, 6900895, 6909076)
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That a letter, with copies to Delta, New Westminster and Members of Parliament for Delta, New Westminster and Local Members of Parliament, be sent to the 2022 Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for the Province of British Columbia to express Richmond’s opposition to the proposed changes to Richmond’s electoral boundaries for Richmond East and Richmond West;
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That the City of Richmond be represented if possible at the Public Hearing on September 12, 2022 in Richmond and speak in opposition to the proposed changes;
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That the letter emphasize the proposed changes the City of Richmond supports and states the importance of not dividing within and between cities; and
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That a letter be sent to Statistics Canada appealing the reported Census figures for the City of Richmond.
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT
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Agricultural Land Reserve Exclusion Application by Montrose Industries Ltd. at 7011 No. 7 ROad & pid 024-397-423
(File Ref. No. 08-4105-20- AG 914852) (REDMS No. 6839458, 6898423,6841531, 6932322)
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That authorization for Montrose Industries Ltd. to forward an Exclusion Application to the Agricultural Land Commission for removal of 7011 No. 7 Road & PID 024-397-423 from the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) be denied.
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That staff be directed to prepare a letter signed by the Mayor to the Minister of Agriculture, Minister of Environment, Richmond Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and the Premier of BC requesting the Provincial Government consider all options to allow the existing landfill at the site to operate in the ALR under a non-farm use approval.
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT
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Cycling Network Plan Update - Final PLAn
(File Ref. No. 02-0775-50-6708P; 10-6360-16-01; 03-1000-20-6708P) (REDMS No. 6889117, 6897532, 6584412)
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That the update of the Cycling Network Plan, as described in the report titled “Cycling Network Plan Update - Final Plan,” dated June 21, 2022 from the Director, Transportation, be endorsed for implementation.
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT
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Extension to Contract 6917Q - Public Works Lease Vehicles
(File Ref. No. 03-1000-20-6917Q; 02-0780-03) (REDMS No. 6892985)
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That staff be authorized to issue a change order to Purchase Order 96440 to increase the value of the current contract between the City of Richmond and Zeemac Vehicle Lease Ltd. by $244,794, bringing the new contract value to $700,000, and extending the contract end date to July 1, 2023.
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT
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2021 Richmond Film Office Year in Review
(File Ref. No. 08-4150-09-01) (REDMS No. 6894176)
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That the staff report titled, “2021 Richmond Film Office Year in Review,” dated June 15, 2022, from the Director, Arts, Culture and Heritage Services, be received for information and circulated to motion picture industry stakeholders for their information.
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ADOPTED ON CONSENT
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In accordance with Section 100 of the Community Charter, Councillor Linda McPhail declared to be in a conflict of interest as her husband is the applicant of the rezoning application associated to this road closure application and left the meeting at 8:01 p.m.
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Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10382 (Portion of Road adjacent to 6831 Graybar Road) in relation to RZ 21-928623
(File Ref. No. 12-8060-20-010382) (REDMS No. 6894939, 6894803)
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R22/14-6
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It was moved and seconded
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That Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10382 (Portion of Road adjacent to 6831 Graybar Road) be introduced and given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings;
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That the required notice of road closure and disposition of the closed road be advertised prior to final adoption;
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That staff be authorized to file a certifying statement executed by the Corporate Officer at Land Title Office cancelling the right of resumption in the closed road pursuant to the Resumption of Highways Regulation; and
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That staff be authorized to take all necessary steps to complete all matters as contained in the report titled “Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10382 (Portion of Road adjacent to 6831 Graybar Road) in relation to RZ 21-928623” dated June 9,2022 including authorizing the Chief Administrative Officer and the General Manager, Finance and Corporate Services to negotiate and execute all documentation required to effect the transaction, including executing all required Land Title Office documentation.
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The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued regarding comments made will only be on the merits of the road closure and removal of road dedication.
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It was noted that an error in attachments for Bylaw 10382 was made in the original Council agenda package, the error was amended with the correct Bylaw attachments, as a result of this the following motion was introduced:
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R22/14-7
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It was moved and seconded
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That the Road Closure and Removal of Road Dedication Bylaw No. 10382 (Portion of Road adjacent to 6831 Graybar Road) in relation to RZ 21-928623 be deferred to the September 12, 2022 Council meeting.
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DEFEATED
Opposed: Mayor Brodie
Cllrs. Au
Hobbs
Loo
McNulty
Steves
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Discussion ensued regarding loss of outdoor amenity space and the process of offering City land disposals for purchase.
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The question on the motion was then called and CARRIED with Cllrs. Day and Wolfe opposed.
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Councillor McPhail returned to the meeting – 8:12 p.m.
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STEVESTON COMMUNITY CENTRE AND BRANCH LIBRARY – FORM AND CHARACTER
(File Ref. No. 06-2052-25-SCCR1) (REDMS No. 6913914, 6887086)
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R22/14-8
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It was moved and seconded
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That the form and character design for the Steveston Community Centre and Branch Library as outlined in the report titled, “Steveston Community Centre and Branch Library – Form and Character Design”, dated June 30, 2022 from the Director, Facilities and Project Development and the Director, Recreation and Sport Services be approved.
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The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued regarding (i) full consultation with public and Steveston Community Society as to what should be on this premises, (ii) form and character of the project, (iii) solar panels and energy efficiencies for the building, (iv) building will be to LEED gold standard, and (v) affordable senior housing built in airspace above Steveston Community Centre.
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The question on the motion was called and CARRIED with Cllr. Wolfe opposed.
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BANNING MARINE SCRUBBERS
(File Ref. No. 01-0140-20-PMVA1; 01-0060-20-UBCM1-08) (REDMS No. 6934607)
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R22/14-9
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It was moved and seconded
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The matter is referred to staff for further information and that a letter be sent in support of the UBCM resolution on marine scrubbers.
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The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued in respect to staff investigating and providing information to Council on the total impact of the marine scrubbers, and Council support of the UBCM resolution on marine scrubbers.
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The question on the motion was then called and CARRIED with Cllrs. Day, Steves and Wolfe opposed.
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Mayor Brodie noted that the upcoming Municipal Election is on October 15, 2022. Eligible candidates can access nomination and candidate information packages online at richmond.ca/elections or the Richmond elections office by appointment only.
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BYLAWS FOR ADOPTION
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R22/14-10
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It was moved and seconded
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Building Regulation Bylaw No. 7230, Amendment Bylaw No. 10365
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Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan (2022-2026) Bylaw No. 10327, Amendment Bylaw No. 10381
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Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9292
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CARRIED
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R22/14-11
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It was moved and seconded
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Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9932
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CARRIED
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R22/14-12
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It was moved and seconded
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Richmond Official Community Plan 9000, Amendment Bylaw No. 10011
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CARRIED
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R22/14-13
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It was moved and seconded
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Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 9973
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CARRIED
Opposed: Cllrs. Day
Wolfe
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R22/14-14
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It was moved and seconded
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Richmond Zoning Bylaw No. 8500, Amendment Bylaw No. 10304
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CARRIED
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BYLAW FOR 1st 2nd and 3rd READING
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R22/14-15
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It was moved and seconded
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Road Closure And Removal Of Road Dedication Bylaw 9169
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CARRIED
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R22/14-16
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It was moved and seconded
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That the minutes of the Development Permit Panel meeting held on June 29, 2022, and the Chair’s reports for the Development Permit Panel meetings held on May 15, 2019, December 11, 2019 and June 16, 2021, August 11, 2021 and April 27, 2022, be received for information; and
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That the recommendations of the Panel to authorize the issuance of:
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a development Permit (DP 17-768135) for the property located at 4226 Williams Road
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a Development Permit (DP 17-791045) for the property located at 6333 Cooney Road;
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a Development Permit (DP 18-829228) for the property located at 23400, 23440, 23460 and 23500 Gates Avenue;
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a Development permit (DP 18-829286 for the property located at 23200 Gilley Road, and
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a Development permit (DP 21-933784) for the property located at 10700 Cambie Road
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be endorsed, and the Permits so issued.
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CARRIED
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R22/14-17
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It was moved and seconded
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That the meeting adjourn (8:35 p.m.).
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CARRIED
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Certified a true and correct copy of the Minutes of the Regular meeting of the Council of the City of Richmond held on Monday, July 25, 2022.
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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)
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Corporate Officer (Claudia Jesson)
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